Black plate (413,1)
一
般
Model "A2470GE-B" EDITED: 2010/ 9/ 24
Cooling system
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap until the engine has been
shut off and has cooled down
completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray of boil-
ing hot coolant when the cap is
removed.
CAUTION
.
The cooling system has been
filled at the factory with a high
quality, corrosion-inhibiting,
year-round coolant which pro-
vides protection against freezing
down to
−
36
8
C (
−
33
8
F). Make
sure to always use genuine
SUBARU Super Coolant or an
equivalent (non-amine type cool-
ant).
.
If the coolant requires water dilu-
tion, be sure to use soft water (or
clear and drinkable water) and to
follow the required dilution ratio.
.
Mixing with a different coolant
and/or hard water may result in
problems including, but not lim-
ited to, shortened engine compo-
nent life, cooling system clog-
ging, coolant leaks and engine
damage from overheating. There-
fore, never mix different kinds of
coolant and/or hard water even if
freezing temperatures are not
expected.
.
Do not splash the engine coolant
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.
&
Cooling fan, hose and con-
nections
Your vehicle employs an electric cooling
fan which is thermostatically controlled to
operate when the engine coolant reaches
a specific temperature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate
even when the coolant temperature high
warning light illuminates, the cooling fan
circuit may be defective. Check the fuse
and replace it if necessary. Refer to
“
11-55 and
12-14. If the fuse is not blown, we
recommend that you have the cooling
system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
If frequent addition of coolant is neces-
sary, there may be a leak in the engine
cooling system. It is recommended that
the cooling system and connections be
checked for leaks, damage, or looseness.
&
Engine coolant
!
Checking the coolant level
Check the coolant level at each fuel stop.
1. Check the coolant level on the outside
of the reservoir while the engine is cool.
2. If the level is close to or lower than the
“
LOW
”
level mark, add coolant up to the
“
FULL
”
level mark. If the reserve tank is
empty, remove the radiator cap and refill
as required.
3. After refilling the reserve tank and the
radiator, reinstall the cap and check that
Maintenance and service
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